1 Chapter 12 Managing Individuals and a Diverse Workforce Designed & Prepared by B-books, Ltd. MGMT Chuck Williams

2 Predicted U.S. Population, by Race,

3 Diversity and Why It Matters After reading this section, you should be able to: 1.describe diversity and explain why it matters.

4 Diversity: Differences That Matter Diversity Is Not Affirmative Action Diversity Is Not Affirmative Action How to Build a Business Case for Diversity How to Build a Business Case for Diversity 1 1

5 DiversityAffirmative Action Diversity Is Not Affirmative Action May exist without a program Broad focus Not legally based Create a positive work environment Generally accepted  A purposeful, established program  Narrow focus  Legal requirement  Compensate for past discrimination  Controversial 1.1

6 Affirmative Action Programs The purpose of affirmative action programs is to…  compensate for past discrimination  prevent ongoing discrimination  provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, or national origin 1.1

7 To create a positive work environment where… General Purpose of Diversity Programs  no one is advantaged or disadvantaged.  “we” is everyone.  everyone can do his or her best work.  differences are respected and not ignored.  everyone feels comfortable. 1.1

8 Diversity Makes Good Business Sense Cost Savings Attracting and Retaining Talent Driving Business Growth 1.2

9 Diversity Makes Good Business Sense Cost Savings  Reduces turnover  Decreases absenteeism  Avoids expensive lawsuits 1.2

10 Diversity Makes Good Business Sense Attracting and Retaining Talent  Attracts better and more diverse job applicants  Results in higher stock market performance  Encourages workers to stay 1.2

11 Diversity Makes Good Business Sense Driving Business Growth  Improves understanding of the marketplace  Improves quality of problem solving 1.2

12 Diversity and Individual Differences After reading these sections, you should be able to: 2.understand the special challenges that the dimensions of surface-level diversity poses for managers. 3.explain how the dimensions of deep-level diversity affect individual behavior and interactions in the workplace.

13 Surface and Deep-Level Diversity Surface-Level Diversity Age Race/Ethnicity Gender Deep-Level Diversity PersonalityAttitudes Values/Beliefs PhysicalCapabilities

14 Surface-Level Diversity Race/Ethnicity Mental or Physical Disabilities Mental or Physical Disabilities AgeSex/Gender 2 2

15 Age Treating people differently because of their age Performance does not decline with age Older employees show better judgment and are less likely to quit, show up late, or be absent Age discrimination is more pervasive than managers think 2.1

16 Gender Treating people differently because of their sex or gender Glass ceiling –invisible barrier that keeps women and minorities from advancing to the top of the organization Can be diminished by: –mentoring –stopping unintentional behavior 2.2

17 Female-Friendly Workplace At Principal Financial Group, 66% of the employees and 35% of the board are women, and 50% of senior postions are held by women. Why? Flexible schedules Onsite gym Early childhood education center Opportunity for mentorship Equal pay, equal access Source: J. Hempel, “In the Land of Women,” Fortune,. Beyond the Book

18 Race / Ethnicity Treating people differently because of their race or ethnicity Employment disparities do exist Legislation has lessened the problem Reduce by : –eliminating unclear selection and promotion criteria –training managers who make hiring and promotion decisions 2.3

19 Mental or Physical Disabilities Disability is a mental or physical impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Disability discrimination means treating people differently because of their disabilities. Reduce by: –educating to address incorrect stereotypes –committing to reasonable workplace accommodations –recruiting qualified workers with disabilities Link 2.4

20 Reasonable Accommodations for Disabled Workers Physical changes Quieter workspace Training and other written materials TTYs for use with telephones, computer hardware, and software Time off for treatment 2.4

21 Deep-Level Diversity “Big Five” Dimensions of Personality Other Work-Related Aspects of Personality 3 3

22 Big Five Dimensions of Personality Extraversion Emotional Stability Agreeableness Conscientiousness Openness to Experience 3.1

23 How Can Diversity Be Managed? After reading these sections, you should be able to: 4.explain the basic principles and practices that can be used to manage diversity.

24 Managing Diversity Diversity Training and Practices Different Diversity Paradigms Diversity Principles 4 4

25 Diversity Paradigms Discrimination and Fairness Discrimination and Fairness Access and Legitimacy Access and Legitimacy Learning And Effectiveness Learning And Effectiveness Acceptance and celebration of differences Integrating deep-level differences into organization Equal opportunity Fair treatment Recruitment of minorities Strict compliance with laws Equal opportunity Fair treatment Recruitment of minorities Strict compliance with laws DIVERSITY PARADIGM FOCUS 4.1

26 Organizational Plurality A work environment where: all members are empowered to contribute in a way that maximizes the benefits to the organization, customers, themselves the individuality of each member is respected by not segmenting or polarizing people based on their membership in a group 4.1

27 Benefits of the Learning and Effectiveness Diversity Paradigm Values common ground Makes a distinction between individual and group differences Less likely to encounter conflict, backlash, and divisiveness Focuses on bringing different talent and perspectives together 4.1

28 Diversity Principles 1.Carefully and faithfully follow and enforce all equal employment opportunity laws 2.Treat group differences as important, but not special 3.Tailor opportunities to individuals, not groups 4.Reexamine, but maintain, high standards 5.Solicit negative as well as positive feedback 6.Set high but realistic goals Link 4.2

29 Diversity Training and Practices TrainingPractices Awareness Training Skills-Based Diversity Training  Diversity Audits  Diversity Pairing  Minority Experiences 4.3